Due to work on the high-speed line in The Netherlands, trains will not stop at the Schiphol station.

The Schiphol station can only be reached by local trains departing from Rotterdam. To reach Paris, Brussels or Antwerp, you must purchase a ticket from Rotterdam. Print then your travel confirmation to travel free between Rotterdam and Schiphol. This will be your ticket.

Due to work on the high-speed line in The Netherlands, trains will not stop at the Schiphol station.

The Schiphol station can only be reached by local trains departing from Rotterdam.
To reach Schiphol, you must then purchase a ticket to Rotterdam.
Print then your travel confirmation to travel free between Rotterdam and Schiphol. This will be your ticket.

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MARIONETTENTHEATER

The magic of wooden puppets

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The Amsterdams Marionetten Theater (AMT) is known all over the world and continues the ancient tradition of the classic puppet show.

It’s one of Amsterdam’s most closely-guarded secrets

Located in a pleasant district of the city centre and off the beaten tourist track, the AMT puts on shows that are one of a kind (for adults and children over the age of 7) involving carved puppets wearing richly-decorated costumes. Quite unlike Punch & Judy, the AMT derives its inspiration from the classical operas, such as Mozart’s Magic Flute. Shows take place there once a week, and they’re always sell-outs, as the theatre, draped with red velvet, can only hold 75 people!

Passionate performers

The curtain rises and you’re instantly captivated. The puppets are amazingly realistic and you’d almost forget that there are invisible hands there bringing them to life. The décor, lighting and soundtrack (made specially for every production) are amazingly high quality. Everything about the AMT exudes passion! It’s real poetry and you come out of the theatre with your eyes sparkling !
You are strongly advised to book in advance. Performance dates are shown on the theatre’s website. English-language programmes are available at the theatre.
Tickets: €16 (adults) and €7.50 (children under 15).

Laurence, 46 a cool mum

I’m the mother of two supercharged children. I’ve also been living a great love affair with Holland for the past 20 years! I’ll take you to places in Amsterdam that will make you feel good, where the products and the welcome are high quality and where, most importantly, you’ll never stress out. Ready to go?

Laurence, 46 a cool mum

I’m the mother of two supercharged children. I’ve also been living a great love affair with Holland for the past 20 years! I’ll take you to places in Amsterdam that will make you feel good, where the products and the welcome are high quality and where, most importantly, you’ll never stress out. Ready to go?